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Diabetic Ketoacidosis
…ketoacidosis, or DKA, happens when your blood sugar is higher than normal and your insulin level is lower than normal. This imbalance in the body causes a build-up of ketones….
Vaginal Discharge
…things can disturb the balance of a healthy vagina, including douching, feminine hygiene sprays, certain soaps or bubble baths, antibiotics, diabetes, pregnancy or infections. How can douching be harmful? The…
Strabismus (Cross-Eyes)
…one eye may wander to the side. Why is strabismus a problem? For normal vision, both eyes need to look in the same direction at the same time. When a…
Dementia
…a disease. It’s a group of symptoms that can be caused by brain damage. Dementia often occurs in older people. However, it’s not related to normal aging. Alzheimer’s disease is…
Vision Loss
…I’m losing my vision? You might have vision problems if you have trouble with normal activities, such as reading mail, watching television, signing your name, paying bills or walking up…
What You Can Do to Change Your Child’s Behavior
…If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is normal behavior for a…
Nourish Your Brain
…things. Some cognitive decline is a normal part of growing older. Cognitive decline that happens quickly or that affects day-today activities is called dementia. A head injury, a stroke, or…
Male Breast Cancer
…not all, cases of male breast cancer include higher than normal estrogen levels. DIAGNOSIS How is male breast cancer diagnosed? Early detection and treatment will lead to better outcomes. Contact…
Housing Options for Seniors
…It’s normal for this transition to bring up many emotions for both the older adult and their family members. How do I choose a senior living community? This is a…
Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke
…need to be mindful of the temperature outside. The heat index is not the same as the temperature. It measures the air temperature plus the effects of humidity. Prolonged exposure…